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EPISODE · Jul 8, 2022 · 14 MIN

Combatting CIED Infection Under-Diagnosis and Care Challenges - Bruce Wilkoff, MD, Director Cardiac Pacing and Tachyarrhythmia Devices at Cleveland Clinic

from Becker’s Healthcare -- Cardiology + Heart Surgery Podcast · host Becker's Healthcare

In today's episode, we are joined by Bruce Wilkoff, MD, American Heart Association volunteer expert and Director Cardiac Pacing and Tachyarrhythmia Devices at Cleveland Clinic, to discuss Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices, "CIED". Tune in to learn more about CIED infections and the health crisis associated with these devices and infections. Dr. Wilkoff addresses the risks of infection compared to the risks of extraction and what preventable measures are in place to ensure the safety of patients.This episode is sponsored by the American Heart Association and supported by Philips Image Guided Therapy

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